October 21, 1967 – April 23, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rodney (Rod) Dean after a tragic fall. He was surrounded by love with his wife of 34 years Kathi (nee Gardiner), his two sons Sam and Daniel, and his father Gordon.
Predeceased by his loving mother Lynda and survived by his father Gordon Dean. Rod will always be in the hearts of so many family and friends, including his “third” son, his furry boy Gus.
He will be missed by his Aunt Peggy (Paul), Uncle Jimmy, Aunt Sherry, and Aunt Sandra.
Very much-loved Son in law to Marilyn and her late husband Hank. He was a special brother-in-law to John (Sheila) and Bob (Brenda) and uncle to Turner (Melissa) and Tyrus (Rachel) and most recently Great Uncle to Arthur.
Rod had many cousins and some were more like brothers to him who deserve a special mention – Allen (Bucky), Adam and John. All his cousins were very special to Rod and are going to be missed by Byron, Tracey, Kelly, Scott, Sarah, Jesse and Carlie.
Rod will be especially missed by his wife and best friend Kathi. Highschool sweethearts and each other’s best supporters. Two beautiful sons Sam and Daniel were created from this love. Rod was thrilled to have two boys that he could talk about sports with and loved every minute of hanging out with them whether they were watching sports, playing them or listening to music which was another love of Rods.
Rod had a long career in Oakville at a Pharmaceutical Company that was called Searle when he first started, after several ownership changes ended as ANI. He made so many friends over the years there and most recently started making new friends at Summit Station Dairy & Creamery.
Special mention to longtime friends: Brian Smith, Greg Forster, Simon Frank, Jamie and Jennifer Kleven, Mark Greathead (and the rest of the football gang!)
Rod was always so loyal, always ready and willing to help someone else before he would help himself. He has continued with that and has already saved 3 lives by donating his organs. His gift of life to others is a true picture of his kind and helpful nature.
A Celebration of Life will be held at The Hamilton Airforce Association, 128 King Street East, Dundas, on Saturday, May 23rd, 2026, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the Hamilton SPCA in his memory.